How far is Grottoes, VA from Richmond, VA?
The driving distance from Grottoes, VA to Richmond, VA is about 108.6 miles (174.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.3 miles (143.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grottoes and Richmond.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grottoes and Richmond.
-
1
Start on 8th Street
24 m · 9 sec · 8th Street
-
2
Turn left onto Dogwood Avenue
1629 ft · 38 sec · Dogwood Avenue
-
3
Turn left onto 3rd Street
2601 ft · 60 sec · 3rd Street
-
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto Augusta Avenue
1067 ft · 26 sec · Augusta Avenue
-
5
Continue on Eastside Highway
620 ft · 11 sec · Eastside Highway
-
6
Continue on East Side Highway
10.5 mi · 16 min · East Side Highway
-
7
Continue on Eastside Highway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Eastside Highway
-
8
Continue on North Delphine Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · North Delphine Avenue
-
9
Turn left onto East Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
-
10
Continue on Three Notched Mountain Highway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Three Notched Mountain Highway
-
11
Take the ramp slight right
578 ft · 15 sec
-
12
Keep slight left to continue on I-64 East: Charlottesville
1587 ft · 39 sec
-
13
Merge slight left
86.8 mi · 1 hr 36 min
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 195 South: Laburnum Avenue
953 ft · 15 sec
-
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 195 South
1076 ft · 17 sec
-
16
Continue on Beltline Expressway
1.2 km · 1 min · Beltline Expressway
-
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 33, US 250: Broad Street, Hamilton Street
969 ft · 24 sec
-
18
Turn straight onto North Hamilton Street
866 ft · 32 sec · North Hamilton Street
-
19
Turn left onto West Broad Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · West Broad Street
-
20
Turn right onto North Allen Avenue
651 ft · 18 sec · North Allen Avenue
-
21
Enter the roundabout toward Marcus-David Peters Circle
84 m · 8 sec · Marcus-David Peters Circle
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Marcus-David Peters Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grottoes and Richmond.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-64 East
Merge slight left
86.8 mi · 01h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Grottoes and Sunny near Richmond.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grottoes to Richmond?
The road trip is about 108.6 miles (174.8 km) and usually takes 01h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lake Monticello is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.2 miles from Grottoes and 54.4 miles from Richmond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.3 miles (143.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.17 one way or $30.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Grottoes and Sunny near Richmond.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Monticello
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Monticello.
Charlottesville Union Station
Culpeper station
Staunton station
Ashland
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grottoes and Richmond. Straight-line distance: 89.28 mi (143.69 km).
#1 Grottoes
City in Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 2,864 |
| Coordinates | 38.2673500, -78.8258600 |
| Altitude | 339 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Richmond
The capital of Virginia.
| Population | 232,226 |
| Coordinates | 37.5537600, -77.4602600 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| Country | United States |
End: Robert E. Lee Circle (-77.460437, 37.553637)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $15.17 | $30.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $16.96 | $33.93 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.30 | $36.60 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $21.54 | $43.08 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Virginia · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.